Blog & Insights

Thoughts on web design, development, and helping organizations thrive online. Special focus on supporting charities and non-profits with digital solutions.

Featured Articles

Featured5 min read

Free Web Design and Development for Charities, Non-Profits, and Social Enterprises

I'm offering free web design and development services for charities and non-profits, with affordable ongoing support to help organizations make a positive impact online.

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The Complete Guide to Working with Freelance Web Designers

Everything you need to know about working with freelance web designers - from initial contact to project completion. Learn how to prepare, communicate effectively, and get the best results from your web design investment.

Client Resources#client guide#web design process#freelance
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Client Guides & Resources

Essential guides to help you navigate your web design journey with confidence.

Client Resources5 min read

Introducing Our Client Success Guide: Your Roadmap to Web Design Success

We've launched a comprehensive resource section designed to help clients navigate their web design journey with confidence. Discover guides, checklists, and expert advice for working with freelance designers.

Client Resources10 min read

Red Flags vs Green Flags: Choosing the Right Freelance Web Designer

Learn how to identify the signs of a great freelance web designer versus warning signs to avoid. Make an informed decision with this comprehensive guide to evaluating freelancers.

Client Resources15 min read

How to Prepare for Your Web Design Project: A Client Checklist

A comprehensive checklist to help you prepare for your web design project. Learn what materials to gather, questions to answer, and decisions to make before starting your project.

WordPress Development

Insights and opinions on WordPress development, from Gutenberg to ACF and everything in between.

WordPress8 min read

Why ACF Flexible Content Still Beats Gutenberg for Professional WordPress Development

After building websites with both Gutenberg and ACF Flexible Content, I've found that the classic editor with ACF provides a superior development experience and better client usability for brochure websites.

Awards & Recognition

Celebrating achievements and milestones in web design excellence.

Awards5 min read

Build with Simon Wins Multiple CSSDA Awards

Thrilled to announce that buildwithsimon.com has won multiple CSSDA awards including Best UI Design, Best UX Design, Best Innovation, and the prestigious Special Kudos Award - achieving perfect scores across all categories.

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